Customers consistently praise the Cabo™ Short for its excellent fit, true to size with a flattering medium rise and a comfortable 6-inch inseam that suits a range of body types. The fabric is widely appreciated for being lightweight, breathable, and soft with a linen-like appearance but without stiffness or excessive wrinkling. The shorts offer great stretch and flexibility, making them ideal for activities like hiking, travel, and hot, humid weather. Users highlight the functional, roomy pockets, comfortable waist with an internal drawstring, and versatility to dress up or down. Many regard them as their go-to, favorite shorts for daily and active wear.
I recently ordered two pairs of the Cabo Shorts for full price on the Kuhl site and two pairs that were discounted on another site. This should tell other customers that at least this one customer really likes these shorts. Yes, they are a bit pricey, but worth it in my view since I plan to wear them all summer. The light colors (birch, ash, desert sage, thistle) are all subtle enough to go with almost any tops. The most important info to share, however, is the fit. Finally, I found the best fitting light weight summer shorts with a true medium rise (and inch or so below the belly button which is the most comfortable), a bit, but not too much stretch combined with a flattering 6" inseam. Plus the high quality material is easy to watch in cold water and let dry naturally and doesn't feel hot especially on scorcher days. I am 5'8" and weigh 160 pounds. The 14 fits the best in terms of sizing for this style. As a comparison, I tried one pair of the Splash 5.5" shorts in a size 14, but they were too tight around the hip/sides so they're going back.
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Denise
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Activities:
Travel, Work, Outdoor
Height:
5'0 - 5’2
Experience Level:
Casual Explorer
Just as great as Cabo pants
Have 2 pairs of the Cabo pants. Shorts are just as comfortable and functional. Lightweight fabric. Easy to wash and drip dry. Been wearing my first pair of the pants version for about 6 years and they take a beating well.
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Sue
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Activities:
Travel, Active, Outdoor
Height:
5'0 - 5’2
Experience Level:
Seasoned Adventurer
Great summer staple
Lightweight with solid construction. Just the right length though I am a petite. Color goes with everything. I
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BGW
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Activities:
Active
Height:
5'6 - 5'8
Experience Level:
Seasoned Adventurer
Love Cabo Kuhl shorts!
These are one of my favorite shorts I’ve ever owned. They go great with everything. I like them so much I have them in 3 different sizes.
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DennisB
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Activities:
Travel, Lifestyle, Outdoor
Height:
5'0 - 5’2
Experience Level:
Casual Explorer
Great all occasion shorts
Great shorts for casual or semi dress events. Great for travel and outdoor events. Would highly recommend
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DennisB
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Activities:
Travel, Lifestyle, Outdoor
Height:
5'0 - 5’2
Experience Level:
Casual Explorer
Fantastic shorts good price
Great shorts fit to size style is as advertised. Can be used for casual to dressy events. Would highly recommend
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Jackie
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Activities:
Travel, Outdoor
Height:
5'3 - 5'5
Experience Level:
Casual Explorer
Perfect short
Love the material and the length. I have long legs and these are the perfect length for me. Material is lightweight
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Lynn
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Activities:
Travel, Active, Lifestyle, Outdoor
Height:
5'0 - 5’2
Experience Level:
Seasoned Adventurer
I love these shorts
Great fit great quality the description is excellent and lives up to every standard I recommend!
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Jacquelyn
Activities:
Active
Height:
5'9 - 5'11
Experience Level:
Casual Explorer
Fabulous fabric and feel!
I am 73 years old and this is the first short that I've ever bought online that fit and I have bought a lot of shorts over the years. These are my favorite shorts I love how light the fabric is I just washed them over and over and wear them almost everyday haha.
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Liz D.
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Activities:
Travel
Height:
5'3 - 5'5
Experience Level:
Seasoned Adventurer
Comfortable summer shorts
This is my first time trying shorts from Kuhl. I purchased these shorts for the Caribbean heat. They are light weight, very comfortable and I love the fit and length.
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Activities:
Travel, Lifestyle
Height:
5'9 - 5'11
Experience Level:
Seasoned Adventurer
Dressy Enough To Wear Anywhere
Great shorts! Just the right length, dressy enough but not too much, and great to bring on trips. I am not sure why different colors of the same style have different closures, but I now own three pairs. The grey ones are especially stylish. You'll be doing a bit of ironing, but they're worth it!